Founding Farmers Blog
Founding Farmers is Open on Thanksgiving
We are open on Thanksgiving! There are 3 ways you can celebrate Thanksgiving Day with us. Or, join us anytime during the holiday weekend. 1. Celebrate with a Delicious Thanksgiving Feast in Our Restaurants We’re not one to brag, but Founding Farmers is one of the best places to get Thanksgiving dinner!
Feeding Our Neighbors with Breadcoins
Since March 2021, Founding Farmers & Distillers has partnered with a growing nonprofit in the District working to feed our neighbors. Breadcoin helps distribute food tokens, or “Breadcoins,” to people who are hungry or food-insecure that can be used like cash at local restaurants, bakeries, markets, food trucks, and more.
The Perfect Fall Lunch Spot: Scratch-Made Comfort
There’s something magical about lunch during the autumn. As the leaves turn and the air grows crisp, our cravings shift from light summer fare to something more substantial and soul-warming while also wanting to enjoy the last bits of sunshine we can.
Dine Near the Walter E. Washington Convention Center at Founding Farmers
Are you planning a trip to Washington, D.C. for a convention, expo, or special event at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center? Whether you’re attending an international policy conference, a pop culture festival, a black-tie fundraiser, or even a presidential inaugural ball, it’s essential to know where you can indulge in delicious scratch-made food and drink before or even after your event.
Why Scratch-Made Meals Are Better for Your Health (And Your Community)
At Founding Farmers Restaurant Group, we believe that the best meals start in the soil. For over 15 years, we’ve partnered with American family farmers who share our commitment to quality, sustainability, and wholesome ingredients.
Honoring Veterans: A Community Event to Remember
At Founding Farmers Restaurant Group, community is at the heart of everything we do. This Veterans Day, we’re taking it a step further at MoCo’s Founding Farmers by partnering with Freedom Brew, a local Maryland brewery known for their dedication to supporting veterans and active duty military personnel.
Start Your Day Off Right with Our Scratch-Made Breakfast
If you have never tried our breakfast menu, now is the perfect time to do it. If you have enjoyed breakfast with us before, now is the time to join us again.
Fuel Up Before Caps Games with Cappy Hour at Founding Farmers & Distillers!
Get ready, Washington Capitals fans! Founding Farmers & Distillers DC is offering Weekday Cappy Hour, the perfect spot to gather before all Caps home games — just a four-minute walk from the arena.
Introducing Our New Gourmet Hot Dogs, Sourced from Stachowski’s Market
At Founding Farmers Restaurant Group, we believe in bringing you only the best from farmers & purveyors we know and trust. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce a mouthwatering new addition to our menu: gourmet 12-inch hot dogs—locally sourced from the renowned Stachowski’s Market in Georgetown, Washington, DC.
A Thanksgiving Morning Delight: Breakfast at Founding Farmers
Thanksgiving is a time for gathering with loved ones, indulging in hearty meals, and reflecting on what we’re thankful for. This year, why not kick off your holiday with a delicious breakfast at Founding Farmers?

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Reservations are highly recommended but not required.